Doctor of Philosophy in Holistic Health & Pastoral Care
Post-master's researchers in health ministry and pastoral care
- Total Credits
- 54
- Courses
- 15
- Tuition
- Tuition-Free
- Delivery
- Online + Study Centers
A post-master's research doctorate integrating biblical theology of health, public health principles, pastoral psychology, and Anglican healing traditions. Students progress through three years of coursework and a doctoral dissertation.
Admission Requirements
- Master’s degree in health, pastoral care, theology, or public health
- Evidence of ministry or professional work in health or healing contexts
- Two letters of recommendation (academic and professional)
- Dissertation research proposal in the area of holistic health and faith
- Interview with program faculty
Courses
Total: 54 credits — 15 courses
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Subject | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | ||||
PHDH801
|
Biblical Theology of Health & Healing | 3 | Health & Healing | Archbishop Randall Pike, PhD |
PHDH802
|
History of Christian Medical Missions | 3 | Health & Healing | Dr Kebede Tefera, PhD |
PHDH803
|
Principles of Public Health & Epidemiology | 3 | Health & Healing | Dr Kebede Tefera, PhD |
PHDH804
|
Pastoral Psychology & Counseling | 3 | Counseling | Bishop Jose Moreno, PhD |
PHDH805
|
Research Methods I | 3 | Research Methods | TBA |
PHDH806
|
Spiritual Formation & Self-Care | 3 | Spiritual Formation | Bishop Zerai Hagos, PhD |
| Year 2 | ||||
PHDH807
|
Theology of Suffering, Illness, & Hope | 3 | Health & Healing | Dr Temesgen Godebo, PhD |
PHDH808
|
Holistic Health Systems | 3 | Health & Healing | Dr Kebede Tefera, PhD |
PHDH809
|
Faith-Based Responses to Global Health Issues | 3 | Health & Healing | Dr Kebede Tefera, PhD |
PHDH810
|
Gender, Family, & Health | 3 | Health & Healing | Dr Kebede Tefera, PhD |
PHDH811
|
Research Methods II | 3 | Research Methods | TBA |
PHDH812
|
Seminar: Anglican Approaches to Healing | 3 | Health & Healing | TBA |
| Year 3 | ||||
PHDH813
|
Comprehensive Exams | 3 | Research Methods | TBA |
PHDH814
|
Doctoral Dissertation Research | 12 | Research Methods | TBA |
PHDH815
|
Professional Development Seminars | 3 | Research Methods | Staff |
| Total | 54 credits | |||